Abbots Dene Parkhill Road Torquay TQ1 2DQ

1. 21 Oct 2024

   Received by Torbay

2. 28 Nov 2024

   Decision issued: Approval

3. 16 Aug 2026

   Added to PlanIndex

Permission has been granted, usually subject to conditions listed on the decision notice, some of which must be discharged before work starts. The decision notice on the council portal sets out exactly what was approved.

Work must normally begin within three years of the decision or the permission lapses. Neighbours cannot appeal a grant; challenging one means judicial review of how the decision was made, within tight time limits.

Tree applications cover work to protected trees: those under a tree preservation order need consent for pruning or felling, and trees in a conservation area need six weeks written notice before work starts. The council assesses the amenity value of the tree and can refuse consent, approve it with conditions, or in conservation areas make a preservation order in response.

More on trees applications in our guide

• Beacon Heights Parkhill Road Torquay TQ1 2DQ

  AT/2026/0028 Submitted 21 Jan 2026 29m away

  G1 - Mixed broadleaf group (holm oak dominant, with turkey oak, beech and occasional false acacia). Group located on a moderate slope, with several stems leaning towards the drive and property. Evidence of historic failures and falling is present on the lower slope. Some trees exhibit minor stem decay and defects typical of the species, with no indication of a significantly elevated risk. Many stems have been historically topped for view and property clearance. Proposed works (management cycle commencing 2025): Leaning holm oak stems on the lower slopes: Crown reduction to retain stems at approximately 5-7m, following BS3998:2010 principles. Works to be repeated on a 5-7-year cycle to maintain previous management and reduce mechanical loading on leaning stems. Previously topped trees within the group: Reduce crowns back to historic reduction points, retaining trees at approximately 5-7m, on a 5-7-year cycle to maintain established management and prevent excessive regrowth. False acacia: No works proposed. Reason for work: To maintain the established cyclical management regime, limit end-weight on leaning stems, and reduce the likelihood of branch or stem failure towards the drive and property, in accordance with BS3998:2010 recommendations for crown management and proportional pruning. This group of trees is not visible to the broader public.

  Granted Trees

• Blue Hayes Parkhill Road Torquay TQ1 2DQ

  P/2021/0264 Submitted 4 Mar 2021 60m away

  Variation of Conditions in relation to P/2018/1060: Condition P1 - Amendments to plans & design changes.

  Granted Amendments 9 docs

• Blue Hayes Parkhill Road Torquay TQ1 2DQ

  P/2026/0178 Submitted 23 Mar 2026 61m away

  Construction of three storey lift to side elevation of property.

  Granted Householder
  Domestic

• Glenroy Parkhill Road Torquay TQ1 2DT

  AT/2023/0020 Submitted 31 Jan 2023 119m away

  T1 Ash Fraxinus excelsior - Dismantle to ground level

  Refused Trees 5 docs

• Sea Whispers Vane Hill Road Torquay TQ1 2BZ

  AT/2021/0157 Submitted 28 Apr 2021 144m away

  Evergreen Oak (G1) - Reduce height to adjacent hedge level (approx.4m), (see annotated photographs) The subject trees are not old enough to be protected under the area TPO1967.01. Impact of the proposed works to the local amenity and wider landscape will be negligible.

  Granted Trees 4 docs

• Beacon Cove Parkhill Road Torquay TQ1 2EP

  P/2024/0741 Submitted 28 Oct 2024 154m away

  Non-Material amendment relating to P/2019/1023. Amendment sought: Condition 19 to read: Prior to commencement of construction of any holiday unit hereby approved it shall be demonstrated to the satisfaction of the Local Planning Authority how continuous, unfettered access along the path from Beacon Quay car park, along the northern edge of the former Living Coasts site and into Beacon Cove would be secured for use by occupiers of the holiday units hereby approved and the mechanisms for securing this continuous and unfettered access put in place to serve the development for its lifetime.

  Refused Amendments

• AT/2026/0171 Granted

  2 High Grove Sunbury Hill Torquay TQ1 3ED

  Trim branch's back slightly from touching our property and roof space to stop damage and further accidents from happening. Silver Birch Tree Pruning Reduce the branches that are hanging over the roof and gutter. Cut back to appropriate growth points. Tree will be climbed and rigged down. By cutting away from gutters and roof - it should reduce future damage to the property. All work to be carried out by qualified and insured arborists. All waste to be removed responsibly and under license.

  8 Jul 2026 Trees
• AT/2026/0216 Granted

  Brantwood Rowdens Road Torquay TQ2 5AZ

  All trees 1-6 to be removed completely, most are not identifiable as they are completely dead. All trees below an approximate height of twelve meters, and we wish to remove them as they are dead. We also want to remove the dead foliage on the slope to the side of the property, and cut back growth to a manageable condition for future maintenance. I have not been able to find specific tree preservation numbers for the trees 1-6 but I understand we are located in a conservation area and have therefor submitted this application.

  13 Aug 2026 Trees
• AT/2026/0233 Awaiting decision

  South Ridge Middle Lincombe Road Torquay TQ1 2NE

  T1 - cedar. Reduce the lateral spread/end-loading on 3 x low limbs on the west side of the tree by 2.5m, from 9.5m to 7m.

  28 Aug 2026 Trees
• AT/2026/0234 Awaiting decision

  12 Mena Park Close Paignton TQ4 7TA

  T1 Leyland cypress T2 Spruce We would like to fell both these trees, the spruce is cladded in ivy and poor form. The Leyland Cypress is again of poor form and completely over powering this garden. To replace these with Beech trees would make sense.

  28 Aug 2026 Trees
• AT/2026/0166 Granted

  3 Roundham Road Paignton Torbay TQ4 6EZ

  Oak T 1 - Reduce lateral crown spread over the roof by up to 1. 1.5m, targeting only branches encroaching towards the property. Works to follow BS 3998: 2010 principles: retain natural form, prune back to suitable secondary growth, avoid creating large wounds, and maintain a balanced crown shape. The crown is in direct contact with the roofline, causing abrasion, debris accumulation, and increased maintenance needs. A modest reduction restores safe clearance while retaining the tree's amenity value. Oak T 2 and T 3 - Pollard the tree at an appropriate height to manage structural decline associated with Ganoderma. Retain a stable framework of sound scaffold branches; cuts to be made at suitable points to allow future cyclical management. All works to follow BS 3998: 2010 and be proportionate to the tree's condition and location. The tree shows signs consistent with Ganoderma decay, reducing structural reliability. Pollarding is a recognised BS 3998 management option for declining trees where retention is desirable but full crown load is no longer appropriate. This approach prolongs safe retention, reduces risk, and avoids premature removal. Cedar T 4 - Remove deadwood =40mm diameter and any unstable smaller deadwood throughout the crown. Deadwood is present in the crown, posing a risk to the garden and adjacent access areas. Beech G 1 - Lift branches over the road to a minimum height of 5.2m (standard UK highway clearance for vehicle routes). Lift branches over the pavement to a minimum height of 2.1m (standard pedestrian clearance). Where applicable, lift branches over cycleways to 2.5?m. Remove or shorten only those branches that obstruct safe passage or visibility, in accordance with Highways Act 1980 s 154. Pruning to follow BS 3998: 2010 prune to suitable secondary growth points, avoid excessive thinning, and retain group structure. The Beech group is producing low lateral growth that obstructs the public highway, affecting safe pedestrian and vehicle move

  30 Jun 2026 Trees